Get Up & Go — Hottest Colorado Destinations in 2018

Winter doesn’t have to be cold and brutal. Not when you take your team to one of the hottest destinations around in 2018. So, gather up the group and explore these Colorado places that shine as bright as the sun, even if it is January.

Center of Attention

The heart of Colorado is located in communities that are vibrant, richly diverse, and surrounded by some of the most breathtaking vistas in the country. The Rocky Mountains, foothills, mesas, canyons, and the rivers that run through them provide visitors with an ever-changing backdrop that never gets old.

Well known as a ski destination and luxury resort town, Aspen is nestled in the heart of the White River National Forest and surrounded by the Elk Mountains. Visitors quickly learn how to revel in the wintery weather here with fours ski mountains, winter fat biking, cross-country skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing, paragliding, and so much more."

Located in the heart of Vail Valley in the Colorado Rockies, the town of Vail was created by and for skiers fifty years ago, but has since evolved into a year-round destination. Rugged and chic accommodations abound, many with opportunities to engage in epic team building exercises. There’s not a chance of boredom here with snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow tubing and sleigh rides to keep the crew busy and entertained."

The state’s second-largest city, Colorado Springs, welcomes guests to a community of spectacular beauty and natural landmarks. One of its most famous, Pikes Peak, is a must-see, along with the stunning red-rock formations of the town’s park, Garden of the Gods. Other attractions your group will enjoy include museums, performing and fine art centers, and even a taste of the wild west at a local rodeo.

The oldest and largest town in Summit County, Breckenridge boasts more than 250 buildings on the National Historic Register. It is a town steeped in mining history while embracing exciting activities and local culture. Four mountain peaks make up the ski resort with more than enough activities to keep your crew engaged, including cross country skiing, snowshoeing, shopping, festivals and more.

Front and Center

Colorado’s Front Range is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and a popular destination for visitors around the world. Drawn to the region’s majestic peaks, verdant forests, beautiful meadows, and deep blue streams, it is an area loved for its beauty as much as the recreational opportunities the landscape offers. 

Just 70 miles from Denver, Estes Park is surrounded by the Rocky Mountain National Park and Roosevelt National Forest. With a reputation for unique wilderness activities, it’s the ideal place for team building. Seemingly limitless choices include hiking, horseback riding, climbing and mountaineering, geocaching, fishing, whitewater rafting, aerial tramway, skiing, snowshoeing, and much, much more.

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